World Heart Day

                                     World Heart Day

Take care of your Heart. Photo by Google

We all want to live a long healthy life without any disease interrupting our daily routine and it all begins with our hearts. It is hard though important to keep ourselves healthy through exercising, eating enough nutritious food and keep ourselves happy. As we celebrate World Heart Day this September we learn, adopt and observe healthy life style. World Heart Day is annually observed and globally held  on the last Sunday of September to raise awareness and inform people about  cardiovascular diseases , which are the biggest cause of death worldwide . Celebrated on 28^th September 2012 the event also aims to promote preventative measures that reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. 

For this day many people around the world unite with governments and non-government organizations celebrate and promote World Heart Day each year. Activities include fun runs, public talks, concerts, and sporting events. The World Heart Federation organizes awareness events in more than 100 countries. They include:

·         Health checks.

·         Organized walks, runs and fitness sessions.

·         Public talks.

·         Stage shows.

·         Scientific forums.

·         Exhibitions.

·         Concerts.

·         Carnivals.

·         Sports tournaments

These activities are done in partnership with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the UN’s directing and coordinating authority for health. World Heart Day is a global observance but it is not a public holiday.

Cardiovascular diseases are the number one cause of death worldwide and this is projected to remain so, according to WHO. About 17.5 million people died from cardiovascular disease in 2005, representing 30 percent of all global deaths. Risk factors that may lead to heart disease and stroke include:

·         Raised blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels.

·         Smoking.

·         Inadequate intake of fruit and vegetables.

·         Overweight.

·         Obesity.

·         Physical inactivity.

World Heart Day was created to inform people around the globe that heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death. Together with organizations such as WHO, the World Heart Federation spreads the news that at least 80 percent of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided if the main risk factors – which are tobacco, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity – are controlled. World Heart Day started in 1999 and is held on the last Sunday of September every year.

 www.healthyliving.co.za

Preliminary exams are in progress

               Preliminary exams are in progress



Matric students Studing to break through the walls of poverty.


With less than 33 days to go before the start of Grade 12 final exams, the Gauteng Education Department has urged learners to apply themselves with energy and dedication to the preliminary exams.

All systems are in place at schools to ensure that these examinations run smoothly. The prelim examinations are very important in a way that they serve as a practice session for learners to experience the examination conditions that they will face in the final examinations. They also contribute 25% of their year mark.

At this time of year learners are urged to do two things:  set up small study groups to support each other with revision and take advantage of the different study groups and camps that offer metric support. There are TV programmes that help them revise their studies i.e. Metrics Uploaded, Social Media Impact on Education,

The Media Office is an SABC initiative aimed at empowering metric students by providing programmes to support their studies. SABC Education understands the importance of sharing information with media establishments.  The support is provided by receive from print, radio, television and on-line journalists is appreciated. Journalists also help to spread support learning material by reaching as many readers, listeners and viewers as possible.

Families must be supportive during this time: make sure their son or daughter has a quiet corner for study, is relieved from household chores and has constant love and care. Remind them that while they are expected to do their best they will still be supported even if they do not do as well as they hoped they would do.  They still have time to improve their results in the final metric exam.

www.gautengonline.gov.za

Read a Bookk everyday

                                 Read a Book everyday

Role models reading to the young ones.



Reading a book may be exhausting, some may say. As South African Department of Arts and Culture in collaboration with the SA Book Development Council once again commemorates National Book Week, in style. During the first week of September South Africans celebrate the National Book week, along with great heroes birthday Steve Biko.

This event is hosted in all provinces in every local municipalities. All children of all ages and races were invited to listen to the great tales told from their favourite books, read by their role models. This initiative encourages children and adults to read more and increase their knowledge, of the world around them.

Exhibitions, demo library, reading tent, workshops by authors and poets presentations by publishers and intellectual were part of the line up.TV personalities, artists, writers and government officials also joined in the celebration of literacy over the course of the week. Children picked up on Black Author's books like Steve Biko, to know where they come from and what they should stand for. This should encourage every young and old South African Citizen to read every day.

http://www.ebookweek.com/

Woman in Science Awards

                             Women in Science Awards

Minister Naledi Pandor hounering women of science

More recognition has been paid to woman, as we celebrate the last week of the women’s month. The South African Science and technology Minister Naledi Pandor took a step further, to acknowledge all women who have made change in their communities through science and technology. The woman in science celebration has been taking place for over half a decade as more women enter the science field. A variety of categories were introduced in all the science levels, this include Fellowship for Masters and doctorate students, distinguished women scientists and distinguished young women scientists. It is an houner to see different woman of all ages achieving what was used to be known as “the impossible” and a predominantly male-dominated field of science.

Amongst the recognised women were Professor Relebohile Moletsane who walked away with the Distinguished Woman Scientist Award. She is known of her great work in publishing several articles and book chapters on using digital technology and digital story-telling in rural communities, with a focus on HIV/Aids education. She was joined by Dr Rapela Maphanga from the University of Limpopo who won the Distinguished Young Women Scientist Award for her research on computer simulations of energy-storage device materials. These women encourage every South African sister to respect science and make a better living for all. 

http://www.southafrica.info/about/science/science-270812.htm#ixzz25UlqDAQZ

                                      Teaching Helping hands



Reach out to teach    photo by LDS



The Mormon Helping Hands program brings together members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and their neighbours to provide community service. The helping hands programme begun in 1998, in South Africa with the aim of giving back to the community by donating thousands of hours of community service.

The Mormons programme includes educating their communities on the importance of environmental cleanliness and health. In some part of the continent school kids have been supplied with learning kit and school uniforms. In crisis such as floods and disasters the LDS Church reaches out to its best, with its own volunteers and donations at no cost. Church members worked with local government leaders to select projects that would be most beneficial to the community. Storm drains on busy streets were cleaned out, hospitals received a fresh coat of paint and public areas were spruced with flowers and grass.

Love your neighbour, respect your enviroment Photo by LDS

 The LDS Church also created a program call the Benson Agriculture and Food Institute. This program helps families in underprivileged areas become nutritionally self-sufficient by teaching them ways to improve their food production. The programme runs mostly in rural areas whereby people need more knowledge on food production and nutrition’s, which are thought to benefit every individual. Make a difference in your community. 

Woman of Wisdom

                                       Women of Wisdom

Knowledge is of the earth, wisdom is eternal. Photo by Google

The month of August is known to be women's month in South Africa. This day is dedicated to 9 August 1956 when all all women participated in national march  to petition against pass laws, to the Union building in Pretoria. The 20 000 strong women's march was led by Lillian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Sophia Williams-De Bruyn and Albert Sisulu. Each women has a different story to tell , yet many of them are unemployed and illiterate or haven't finished high school. The woman across Borders organiation has build a foundation in helping woman to read, write and communicate in English, in making their lives better.Through the literacy programme, they learn communication skill and that has open them doors to formal education and jobs.

Across South Africa women of all ages gathered themselves to enjoy a cup of tea at the Signal Restaurant at the Cape Grace Hotel in the V&A Waterfront Cape Town to share knowledge and inspire the up coming youth, to follow on their foot steps, while raising funds for charity.The women in water awards were hosted to acknowledge all women who lead by example and teach their community to save and respect water.We continue dedicating this month to all women who make difference in South Africa.

 http://allafrica.com/stories/201208100793.html

www.sisters.org.za/index.html

 

UJ Open Day 2012

  

                                       UJ Open Day 2012



Be anything you want to be with UJ.

Once again the University of Johannesburg opens up its gate to students who want to be part of the family. This is an educational event taking place for two days on 11th and 12th May 2012, both days will be dedicated to learners accompanied by parents and guardians and to school groups.

The Open Days will take place across the University’s four campuses, which include Soweto Campus, the Doornfontein Campus, the Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus and the Auckland Park Kingsway Campus. On both days prospective learners will have the opportunity to explore the vast range of study options on offer at the various campuses. A bus shuttle service will be available to transport visitors between the campuses. 

Prospective Grade 11 and 12 will be given information on their courses, registration, finance as well as Campus and residence tours will form part of the exciting education and career guidance experience. This is an opportunity for students to start planning for their career and future. Instead of finding one self in a field that does not interest you. To maintain a smooth communication flow between the audience and the institute the will be different stalls, this include Student Enrolment Centre (SEC), Art and Culture and UJ Sport. This will be the 7^th Open day held by the institute.The event has always been a great success and does not disappoint.

From a Public Relations point of view this event is a good initiative to re-gain back the good image of the institute, prior to the incident that happened in the beginning of the year. All faculties and departments participate in the events, which features a wide range of activities.

http://www.careerplanet.co.za/_events/2012/05/11/